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• ; £ ~A"l* '•*£• •>' 'I,' ; v v . ; / * v . ; : ~ r« „ --~ ^ v ^ »*- ' ' --f' ,•--> -' if j* > * • ?** ~/4^ ^ f • IjP! * ^•V"' ;Ms» /?«- .'T,.4 *^ ^ V4 ">V i W • . -V-,.; " ••««&*) r. #.v.-^ % * "*?**-* - #*\ - , u * ?*•» /.- VOLUME 49 * ' ^-..f • IP ,^§#; ,S'W * MoHENRY. rLtlNOIS. THURSDAY. DECEMBER 6. 19*8 ' Y EXCHANGES U TAKBFMI NC COLUMNS OF OUR EX0HAN6ES EOT OF NEWS ITEH8 ID 3ED FORM FOB BUST Starting next Saturday and continuing until Christmas the stores at Wauconda will be open every evening. L. H. Eisenmenger and family, formerly residents of Crystal Lake, are BOH* enjoying an automobile tour thru tiki west. The Wauconda Leader last week made its initial appearance under the guidance of P. K. Schlottman, who recently bought the paper. from twenty to thirty locomotives are handled at the Crystal Lake round house daily. During the past year 2,977 engines were checked into the pkee by the foreman, Mort Ritt. A state high school band contest is to be staged at Lake Geneva, Wis., •Otoe lime next June and efforts are now being made to have John Philip Sousa. noted band leader, as one of the judges. The Belvidere road, west of Wilson, Lake county, is still closed to travel. The road between Wilson and Waukegaxi is now being traveled. It-will not be long before Belvidere road will be open all the way. "Americanism" was I. R. Hoyt's •object at Memorial hall, Richmond, last Friday evening. The speaker is said to have been greeted by a -packed house. We are told that another meeting will be held at Richmond in the very «ear future. Robert Maitland, Aurora clairvoyant, is missing after securing $1,100 from an Aurora Woman, getting die money to sleep, on for three nights that he might* get a vi»ion of his dint's future. Once more we reiterate, Bamum was right. Additional buildings are to be constructed at the Central States fair and exposition grounds; located near Aurora, at a cost of $125,000. These fair grounds and buildings are destined to become the largest of the kind It be found in the central west. WHliam Dahlgrin of Grayjlake was to pay the costs of the case and spend sixty days in jail when found guilty of possessing intoxicating liquor. His case was heard at Waokegan last Friday morning. A mid on his place at Grayslake was made on Nov. 17. The Metalglass Manufacturing company, formerly an Indiana concern, ii now an Illinois corporation. The offices of the company are being maintained in the community building at Marengo, while E. D. Patrick of that city is president of same. Their factory is located at Belvidere. With the county and city jail ta^ed to their utmost capacity, the chief of police at Waukegan has struck upon a new scheme of getting something out of his prisoner*. Hereafter all prisoners charged with drunkenness or vagrancy, who are unable to pay their fines, will be put to work in the street department. The McHenry county jail at Woodstock has as its "guests" at this time two inveterate dope fiends, who were brought there from Chicago last Saturday evening. The men are federal prisoners, being charged with violation of the narcotic act and will remain at their present place of abode untQ their trial comes up on Dec. 31. The contract for the installation of the new ornamental lighting system on the south side business section of Crystal Lake has been awarded to the Electric Shop of that city, of which H. H. McCollum is the head. Mr. Mc- Cullom's bid was $2,750 or $604 below the next lowest bidder. Work of installing the n«w system Is to start at once. Charles Erbstein, noted lawyer, Whose home is near Elgin, has been 'retained by Stephen K. Darrow to prosecute Constable A. Brune, a member of the Lake county "sponge •quad," who accidentally shot Mrs. Darrow while making a raid. Darrow is suing for $25,000 damages, claiming that his wife is permanently incapacitated. Deerfield is another of the North Shore towns that is rapidly coming to the front. A sewer %stem to cost approximately $190,000 is to be constructed on the west side of the city. Scores of new residences have been constructed there during the past several months and land values have Started skyward. There isnt any land left in that immediate vicinity that aan be purchased for less than $1,000 la acre, while sows Is bringing audi HOY TRIAL STAMP TUESDAY LITTLE DIFEJCULTY JRLPERI- ^ iKa» IN FILLING IVWt The Hoy trial, in which an unusutl interest in being manifested thruout the entire county, started at Woodstock on Tuesday of this week and, according to predictions, it will probably require several weeks to bring the case to a close. The case opened in the circuit court room on Monday morning, when Attorneys William Pierce of Belvidere and F. B. Bennett of Woodstock, representing Mr. Hoy, asked that the indictments against him be squashed, their claim being that there are several errors in the grand jury's true bill. Hie motion was over-ruled by Judge E. D. Shurtleff late that afternoon. Guy E. Still, McHenry county clerk, was the first witness to take the stand for the prosecution as the state began its case on Tuesday morning. He testified as to records in his office appertaining to the estate of Mary Sheldon, for whom the defendant was appointed as conservator. On Wednesday afternoon, after the completion of Guy Still's testimony, it looked for a while as if the first indictment against Fremont Hoy would be dismissed. The defense had raised the question as to whether or not Hoy had been executor or trustee of the Sheldon estate, on which the indictment is based. After arguments which lasted for some time, Judge Shurtleff called the attorneys into chambers and the question was argued. The trial was resumed shortly after two o'clock. Others called to the stand during the afternoon were Frank J. McConneil. and Attorney David R. Joslyn, Sr. The following gentlemen make up the jury: Tom Miles, Greenwood township; Raymond Noe, Marengo; Ed. Swanson, Crystal Lake; A. Wilbrandt, Henry Henk and Charles Kob, Algonquin; Fred Busse, Marengo; F. F. Smith, Harvard; Charles Schmidt, Union; William Dittman, Jr., Henry Wilmington and William Zimmermann, Woodstock. SURPRISED ON SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MUM DUNCE TO BE GIVEN FOR CHRISTMAS TREE FUND TO SB HELD AT AMERICAN LEGION HALL NEXT FRIDAY ^ EVENING A committee, named to see the event to a successful conclusion, met at the West McHenry State bank on Tuesday evening of this week, at which time plans were talked over and arrangements made for the holding of a gigantic community dance, the net proceeds of which are to be turned over to the community Christmas tree fund. . The meeting proved a particularly enthusiastic one and if the response of the general public comes up to the expectations of the committee the kiddies of the community will be given the biggest feast that they have yet enjoyed. The dance, according to arrangements, will take place at the American Legion hall on Friday evening of next week, Dec. 14. Tickets for same will CELEBRATED GOLDEN WEDDING MR. AND MRS. FRED LANGE LIVE *TO ENJOY OCCASION » The distinction of having HvCT'&k gether for fifty years came to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lange of Chicago on Monday of this whek and in honor of the occasion they most delightfully entertained a company of relatives and a few friends, which numbered more than one hundred. The observance of their golden wedding anniversary took place at the Vasa Temple, 2328 Foster Ave., Chicago. At 6:30 p. m. the gathering sat down to a most delicious dinner, followed by dancing and then a light luncheon. - Mr. and Mrs. t&nge are well and favorably known thruout this community, where they have many relatives and friends. This is especially true in the vicinity of Johnsburg, where Mrs. Lange was born and raised. She was the second daughter of the late George and Margaret Schaid, old-time residents of the vicinity of Johnsburg (WJJIG HIT "AU ABOARD" BELM3HTS TWO BIG AUDIENCES BEST ROME PRESENTED YEARS TALENT aHOW IN McHENRY IN The best home talent entertainment staged in McHenry in recent years was the general verdict of those who saw "AU Aboard" at St. Patrick's hall,., in this city on Friday and Saturday \ evenings of last week. The two act musical comedy, as presented under the auspices of the McHenry post, American Legion, and staged under the personal direction of Weldon B. Wade, representing the John B. Rogeri Producing company, made a distinct hit with the two big audiences which witnessed the produc tion. The stage setting and costuming could hardly have \been improved upon, while the principals in the east as Mr. and Mrs. Lange have passed!we" as m®nftbers of the variofts choruses acted out their respective EAST SIDE SERVICE STATION GARAGE 18 NOW UNDER MANAGEMENT OF H. SCHAEFER their entire married life in the city of be placed on sale at the end of this Chicago. They have seen Chicago Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thurlwell of this city were the victims of a very pleasant surprise tendered them by a company of relatives and friends, most of whom were from out of town, at their home last Saturday evening, the occasion being planned and executed in honor of their twenty-fifth wedding annniversary. Upon the arrival of the unexpected guests the pair were showered with many gifts, while the evening was passed at cards and dancing and the serving of refreshments. Those who made up the happy party were: Mr. and Mrs. John Adams, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Fred Thurlwell and sons, Harvey and Russell, Mr. and Mrs. John Nugert and daughter, Grace, Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Elliott and daughters, Mary Jane and Geraldine, Mr. and Mrs. Arvid Dalin, Mr. and Mrs. John Adams, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Jack Huntley and son, Elwood, all of Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. John Thurlwell, Mr. and Mrs. John Bushaw and sons, Robert and John, and Arthur Kennedy, all of Rockford. The evening was thoroly etijoyed by all. ST. MARY*8 FESTIVAL < RECEIPTS OVER $MM According to last week's issue of the Hebron Tribune, seventy pr more candidates from that village and Hebron township were recently initiated into the Ku Klux Elan. The same paper goes on to say that the membership in McHenry county is now something mort than 1,500, while Ute ladies' auxiliary, to be known as "The Ladies of the Ku Klux Elan," is soon to be Organised, over 600 applications for IB--be»l|l|i already being on file with *rter <4|da|s. St Mary's fair festival come to a successful close at the American Legion hall on Thursday evening of last week, the total gross receipts of the event being mere than $8,200. Just what the net receipts will be has not ss yet been terminated as there are •till * number of outstanding bills. However, it is confidently expected by the pastor, Rev. C. S. Nix, and his executive committee that the net receipts will be close to $3,000. The festival was very well attended, this being especially true of the closing day, when several hundred dinners and suppers were served, while all of the articles were sold. It has bee® rumored that next year's festi^i jagl be held earlier. >/ A CARD OF THANKS" i We wis> to take this public manner of extending our thanks to those who took part in "All Aboard," to the McHenry councU, Knights of Columbus, for the free use of their hall during rehearsals, also to the faculty of .the McHenry community high school for their co-operation, to the business men for their ads in the program and to the general public who patronised the play, all of which has not gone by unappreciated. liwiUw Com., American Legion. week and will be found at the following places: West McHenry State bank, Fox River Valley State bank, Vogt's drug store, Petesch's drug store and -Ray McGee's clothing store. The price of the tickets is $1.00. As this will be a community affair, and in view of the fact that the happl< grow from a small city to the great metropolis it now is. They have seen vast prairies grow into some of the most beautiful suburbs to be found anywhere. A span of fifty years is indeed a long stretch, yet both Mr, and Mrs. Lange are apparently in the best of health, and if the wishes of their nessofthe kiddies at the Yuletide j friends are fulfilled they wjll season will depend entirely upon the ; celfbtfcl® Ihfttp dtpWWJ W* success of the coming dance, we believe ; that the committee in chirge of the event should have the co-operation of everyone calling McHenry township their home. This is the season of good fellowship and here is an opportunity to display that sort o/ a spirit. As the time for selling the tickets for the dance is very short, may we not suggest for you to call at any one of the places named above and ask for a ticket. Of course the committee would very much like to see every ticket holder at the dance. However, whether you dance or not, number yourself among McHenry township's good fellows by purchasing a ticket. In former years the money for the community Christmas tree fund was raised by popular subscription, chiefly among McHenry's business men, but, owing to the fact that the business men have been called upon so often in the past few weeks to assist various causes, it was suggested that the fund this year be raised by the holding x>f a dance, thus giving everyone in the township an opportunity to assist in the splendid cause. Don't forget the plac^.and 4atqg American Legion hall, Fridfcy^vening, Dec, 14. Be there. There will be dancing for young and old and the reception committee will see to it that you are shown a good time. PERFECT SYSTEM BAKERY IS THING OF THE PAST The Perfect System bakery, which during the past year or more has been conducted in the Mrs. Emma Freund building on the West Side by John J. Sauer, is a thing of the past, the place having closed its doors last week after a futile effort on the part of the owner to make the place a paying venture. Two bakeries in a town the size of McHenry is Just one too many, especially when two of the larger Among those from this community who attended the anniversary were Mr. and Mrs. George Schaid, Mr, and Mrs. John Schaid and Mrs. Peter W. Freund. < THE HARP NOVELTY « THIRD NUMBER OF LYCEUM ON THURSDAY, DEC. IS Thoee who attend the next number on the local lyceum course on Thursday evening, Dec. 13, will have an opportunity of being entertained by the popular Harp Novelty company. The four young ladies who compose the company give a delightful program. All are talented instrumentalists, combining in their varied numbers the music of the harp, cello, violin, cllrinet and concert sccordion. roles in a manner that would do credit to many a traveling company posing as professionels. Leo Heimer, as Johnny Thomas, a college boy, carried his role in a most creditable manner. He appeared perfectly at ease thruout the entire action of the play and fitted the character to perfection. William Bfckler, as Billy Brady, another college boy, acted the part ex* ceedingly well. He pulled himself out of the many predicaments in a manner that brought forth much laughter, while the search for the lost tooth proved a scream. Robert Green, as Captain Kidd of the S. S. Florida, proved himself a regular captain, handling the character true to life. Mr. Green has appeared before McHenry audiences before and his ability along these lines are already too well known for further comment. Richard Stenger, as Alexander C. Phome, a human truck, "did the black face in the show and kept the audiences in an uproar during every minute of the time that he occupied the stage. "Dick" proved himself well suit^H to the part Mid contributed many a laugh. Albert Barbian and Richard Overton, as Barney Kehl and Bull Works, two eccentrlt sailors, were most amusThe program ranges from strictly ing. Their dancing fairly knocked classical selections to the lighter and; the audience jout of their seats, while more popular airs and every number! Mr. Barbian's vocal number was a is ably and artistically interpreted. Humorous readings form a particularly pleasing part of the program. The popularity of the Harp Novelty company has been attested to wherever it has appeared. This is due not only to the real musicianship of its members, but to the fact that they are entertainers par excellence as well, presenting a program of marked variety and charm. ; EDNA STORY ^ M; MRS. CURRY DIES IN WEST The sad news announcing the death of Mrs. Edna Story Curry reached McHenry relatives and friends last week. Her death occurred at Gardens, Calif., at 8:30 o'clock on Thanksgiving morning. The funeral was held last Saturday and was conducted by the Gardens Eastern Star. The deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John I. Story, who for many years made their home in this city hummer. Miss Blanche Meyers, as Beatrice Sloan, BillyV sweetheart, carried the role most pleasingly, while her solo -number contributed greatly to the success of the comedy. The part of Mrs. Sloan, Beatrice's mother, was handled by Miss Mildred Klein, who proved herself well suited to the role and was ever at hand to )ook after the welfare of her daughter, Dorothy Brady, Billys sister, was acted most admirably by Miss Dorothy Knox. Altho her first appearance in a home talent production, she portrayed the role most pleasingly, while her solo numbers were beautiful and, needless to say, well received. bakeries in Chicago are making daily ^ ^ Qp in McHenry, where she deliveries to this I attended school* and after ^er martrucks. Even with the elimination ofj J the Chicago trucks, we doubt very much if the field would support, more than one place of this kind. It hasnt been so many years ago that even one bakery had very tough "sledding" in McHenry. The equipment will undoubtedly be shipped to some other point. We have not learnea as to Mr. Sauer's future plans, altho rumor has it that he will remain a resident of this city. ^ WEST McHENRY BANK Wv STALLS RECEIVING SET riage resided in Chicago for a number of years. During the past several years she has made her home in the west, her parents also joining her on the coast a few years la go. Many of our readers will remember this sweet little woman, among whom she was immensely popular during the younger years of her life. McHenry friends extend their sincere sympathy to the grief stricken member^ of her family. SURPRISE MRS. GEO. STEINSDOERFER ON BIRTHDAY A vadle receiving set is one of the very latest acquisitions *to the West McHenry State bank, the set having been installed in that institution last week. The set was installed principally for the benefit of the farmers of this community, who are now call- was spent at ing for the latest live stock and grain quotations. Some of 6ur farmer friends have, since the installation of the radio, made it their business to call at the bank each morning, where they are given the very latest quotations on farm products, and, to say the least, the service is greatly appreciated. ' • Swedish stewardess, contributed the real surprise of the show, her interpretation of the role being presented in a real professional-like manner, The action of the play took place on board the good Bhip S. S. Florida, 'which is bound for Pleasure Bay. Things seemed to sail along rather smoothly until poor Billy Brady lost his teeth and from then on many stormy scenes followed and things did not clear up until the very last minute. There wasn't a draggy moment thruout the entire action of the comedy, which traveled along at the rate of a laugh a minute. It was far superior to the usual entertainment as staged by amateurs. The work of the choruses, beautifully costumed, made a distinct hit, while the spngs were all snappy and full of pep. The interpretations of Mrs, George Steinsdoerfer, who re- the various dances, considering the sides near Solon Mills, was tendered fact that the play was staged after a very pleasant surprise by a company I only two weeks rehearsals, of relatives and friends on Tuesday faultless. hat to match and wore a corsage bou- Miss Eleanor Klein, as Jenny, the< quet Qf Bweet peas and valley lilies. Notice ^ The date of the M. E. Ladies' Aid bazaar has been changed from Dec. 19 to Dec. 20, just one day later. Please remember the date and purchase your Christmas gifts at that time. Anyone wishing to donate to the bazaar will please call up Mrs. E. E. Bassett or Mrs. Jas. N. Sayler and articles will be called for or they may be left at one of the above homes. K~ ^ I - : '•At evening of this week in honor of her birthday anniversary. The evening playing cards, while delicious refreshments were served at the midnight hour. Those present were: Messrs. and Mesdames Ben May, Mike Freund, John Schaid, Nick Justen, Ben Justen and J|tephen Engels. The occasion proved a most enjoyable one for all. FIRST METHODIST CHURCH The order of services at the First MeOiodist Episcopal church for Sunday, Dec. 9, is as follows: Sunday j usually school at 10:00 a. m., Mrs. H. C. Bobb, superintendent. Classes for all. Preaching at 11:00 a. m. by the pastor. Subject, "Consecrated Lives and Holy Living." Epworth League at 6:30 p. m. You will be welcomed at any or all of these services. Come. Rev. Roland C. Elasey, Pastor. FIRST UNIVERSALIST CHURCH Wtiy is not good health catching of disease ? Why should it not be easy to do right and hard to do wrong ? Why does a noble deed require an effort? "The Effort Side of Religious Living" will be the sermon subject for next Sunday morning. The service begins at 11:00 o'clock and a cordial welcome is assured all. John M. Grimes, Mimstsr. White and Singer sewing marhhm at Nye's. r"i:'v As a result of fee comedy the Le - gion post has been enriched to the extent of about $135 and in view of the success attained the public may look forward to another production to be staged some time next spring. UNDERGOES QUITE A SERIj^.^/ 6US OPERATION IN CHICAGO Mrs. Peter Brown, who resides near Volo, returned to her home last Sunday from Chicago, where she underwent quite a serious operation at the Post Graduate hospi&l, the operation having been performed on Nov. 23. The patient is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Diedrich, who reside near this eity. According to latest reports die to getting along very nicely. Electric hair dryers, curling irons, heaters and vacuum sweepers make most acceptable Christinas gifts. A complete line at Carey's Electric shop. Schaefer Bros., who have carried on a drayage and garage business in this city for some time past, have made a change in the management of the various business enterprises in which they are interested, the change going into effect the first of the month. By the change the express and freight business is taken over excluively by Ambrose Schaefer, who will ereafter give his entire attention to this kind of hauling. The East Side Service station, located just east of the Fox river bridge, goes under the management of Herman Schaefer, who, besides conducting the garage and serving the public with oils and greases, ^U] also do long distance hauling, having two large trucks with which to carry on this line of work. In the mechanical department he has the services of William Rothermel, who started work there last week. Wm. Schaefer, who has thus disposed of hjs interest In the garage and service station, wifl continue as the local agent for the Durant and Star motor cars. Re will also carry a complete line of repairs and accessories as well as a line of tires. He will maintain his headquarters at the. old stand, where he will also keep his stock of goods. On Monday of this week he drove one of the 1924 model Star touring cars out from Chicago and is now exhibiting the machine at the garage, where he invites public inspection. Mr. Schaefer has been successful in the sale of a number of Durant and Star cars in this territory since taking over the agency less than two years ago and believes that the new Star model, with its twenty-nine improvements, will prove more popular during the coming year than ever before. While he isn't able to make deliveries on all models as-yet, he is hopeful of being able to do so on and after the fifteenth of this month. The battery service station, which has been operated in connection with tin garage during the past few months, has been dropped for the time being, E. B. Evans, who has had charge of this department, having severed his connection with , the business and left for Chicago last Saturday morning, where he hopes to find employment to his liking. DR. HARTLEY, CHICAGO DENTIST UNITED IN MARRIAGE TO McHENRY YOUNG LADY IKS flMNIHfST Ap PICKED UP BY PLAINDEAiEE REPORTERS DURING WEEK W Miss Emma Pint, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Pint of this city, and Dr. Harry A. Hartley of Chicago were united in marriage at St. Ignatius church, Chicago, at four o'clock last Saturday afternoon by Rev. Father Kellinger. Attending the bridal pair were Miss Margaret Do ran as bridesmaid and Dr. F. J. McCarthy as best man. The bride wore a gray georgette gown with h»t to match and carried a corsage bouquet of tea roses and valley lilies. The bridesmaid was attired in a dress of gray georgette with A reception followed the wedding ceremony at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Schreiber, with whom the bride has been making her home. They left that same evening on a short wedding trip and upon their return will make their home at 6211 Harper Ave., Chicago. The bride grew up in this city and after leaving school was employed here. During the past seven years she has been employed as a clerk in the Rogers Park exchange of the Illinois Bell Telephone company. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Purley Hartley of Sigourney, la. He completed a course in dentistry in Chicago and now maintains an office in that city. . s McHenry friends of the eouple extend congratulations. GEORGE HAMILTON HANLY DIES HERE TUESDAY George Hamilton Hanly, for many years a prominent citizen of McHenry township, passed away at his late home on Mill street in this city early Tuesday morning of this week. Mr. Hanly, up until a few years ago, when his mind became deranged, was a most active citizen of the community. He was seventy-seven years of age at the time of his death. The funeral took place fron^ his late home this (Thursday) afternoon. Obituary next week. ^ WOODMEN, ATTENTION! The annual election of officers for Valley camp, No. 97, M. W. A., will take place at the next regular meeting on Wednesday evening, Dec. 12. Important business. All members should be present st this meeting. WHAT PEOPLE ARE DOING IN THIS VILLAGE AND QOCEDIATE VICINITY • Radio for Chris&nas. Ww L. How^l company. Give him a practical gift. VytitalV hardware, Christmas tree lights at Carey's Electric shop. Columbia and Edison pKamypi^ for Christmas at NyO's. A large selection of Christinas cards and booklets at Vycital's. Wait for the M. E. Ladies' Aid bazaar to purchase your Christmas gifts. Christmas tree ornaments going fasjt. Get yours early before the line is picked over. Vyeital's store. $ee the Iiat of specials in N. J. Justen & Son's display advertisement to be found elsewhere in this wssk'i issue of The Plaindesler. the Masonic hall, over the Fox Riyer Valley State bank, has been ne\vly painted and decorated, giving the place a decidedly improved appearance. Mr. and Mrs. Math. B. Laures wetcoiled a baby son into their home on Main street on Monday morning of thip week. Needless to say Math, is a happy daddy. Very slow progress is being made on the new sewerage system along Riverside Drive and if more speed is nqt developed soon it will be doubtful if the system will be completed this year. y ^ There will be a special misting it Jojpe Kilmer court, C. D. of it, this (Thursday) evening at 8:00 o'ctpck sharp. Members please bring fin^l applications before initiation next Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Westfall of Chicagp announce the birth of a baby daughter, born to them last Saturday. The mother was formerly Miss Don Stoffel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Simon Stoffel of this city. The Ladies' Aid society of the M. E. chufch will meet at the home of Mrs. Geo. Kuhn, Maple Ave., on Dec. 13, at 2:30. All members are urgently requested to be present as there wjll be Important business to transact. The second room floors are now h*» ing laid at the new community high school building, while -the brick work goe? steadily on. Everyone is hoping that the present favorable weather will continue until after the structure has been placed under roof. Joyce Kilmer court, C. D. 6t A., will hold a Christmas gift sale, comprising hand made articles and embroideries, etc., in connection with a public card party on Dec, 15, at 8:00 p. m. Five hundred and bunco will be played. Adnpission, 25 cents per person. The public is cordially invited. Dr. H. W. Dueringer of Elgin «£» tertained fourteen fellow physicians at a bull moose dinner at his summer home on the east banks of Fox river a short distance north of this city last Saturday evening. Dr. Dueringer shot the moose recently while on a hunting trip up in Canada. Mathias Schaefer has sold his home in the north end of town to William Frett of Chicago, who has already been given possession of the property. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Schaefer, who have been occupying the house of late, have taken up their abode in the rooms adjacent to their garage east of tfye Fox river bridge. Christmas gift suggestions to be found at the Agatha Shop: Incense burners, candles, baskets of all kinds, hand made copper novelties, hand painted wundro ware, everything for the baby, Skeesix dolls, children's books, boxed handkerchiefs, dainty articles to be embroidered, gift dressings, holly boxes, attractive greeting car^s. The Flora DeVoss company appeared at the Empire theatre on Wednesday and Thursday evenings of last week, at which time "The Two Thieves" and "Tennessee" were pre- c sented by one of the very best companies of players that J. B. Rotissi has ever brought to McHenry. Headed by the one and only Flora De- Vos§, whose absence from the company has been greatly felt in the past two or more seasons, Mr. Rotnour is to be congratulated upon the excel lent talept which is now presenting Mi plays. A number of the members of St. Mary's court, C. O. F„ of this city drove down to Elgin last Sunday afternoon, where they attended a big meeting of the Muldoon district organization held at St. Joseph's hall. Delegates from all over the district were present at the meeting, which included representatives from courts at Aurora, Somonauk, Winfield, Lonbard, Hartlaml, Naperville, Marengo, Belvidere, Hampshire, Elburn, Elmhurst and other points. Thg new m Local carpenters and contractors report plenty of work ahead and from j state chief ranger, Michael MahSRj, and present indications there will be very the state secretary, N. V. JtyflHr ef , « , * M $ r's v •i4 . S3S > -.f :s:j - « ' / L - , M ijV, ^ * ">*1 little idle time on'*heir hands flaring the coming winter. Chicago were both prmsnt aadi appropriate talks >;¥•